Private Washington DC Guided Tour

Overview

Enjoy a private City Tour catered to places you would like to see! Appreciate the comfort of our luxury vehicles such as multiple large Mercedes Benz Sprinter Vans, White Chrysler Pacifica's or the Black Cadillac Escalade SUV guided by a Professional Tour Guide who will not only explain but make learning historical facts and stories behind each place we visit fun!

We look forward to having you join our unique tours and appreciate the architecture, meaning, and historical background of every place we visit! As a small family business we are more than happy to customize or cater to your requests- making options such as seeing the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier a possibility during your time at Arlington Cemetery or visiting Jefferson's Memorial and much more! We can change and edit different Memorial's and Monuments you can experience during your tour with Continental City Tours.

City: Washington DC

Sun 10 Nov

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Starting at $495.00

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Sun 10 Nov

Starting at $495.00

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What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Private tour

Professional guide

Bottled water

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
If canceled due to the weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or to a full refund
There is enough space for collapsable wheelchair that can be lifted.
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travellers
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Just enjoy and be safe.

What To Expect

White House

At the beginning of your tour, you will begin at the President's Church also known as St. John's and walk alongside the Black Lives Matter Plaza that leads directly to the front of the White House. You will also be able to walk in front of the White House from Lafayette Square and visit the Andrew Jackson Memorial.

U.S. Capitol

You will step down to take panoramic pictures of the National Mall, from the US Capitol, President James Garfield, General Ulysses S. Grand and Peace Memorial.

Washington Monument

The Washington Monument in honor of our First President in the United States. Although this is a drive by as you will have the option to step down and walk around the World War II Memorial (Washington Monument and WW2 are across the street from each other) you can make the request to step down, we just ask that you send us a message and let your guide know at the beginning of the tour for us to accommodate) and you will be able to walk up to the Washington Monument.

National World War II Memorial

The World War II Memorial honors the 16 million who served in the armed forces of the U.S., the more than 400,000 who died, and all who supported the war effort from home.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

Located in downtown Washington, DC, the memorial honors Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy and the struggle for freedom, equality, and justice. A prominent leader in the modern civil rights movement, Dr. King was a tireless advocate for racial equality, working class, and the oppressed around the world. Your guide will take you directly to the closest entrance of the memorial where you will be able to experience the MLK Memorial.

Jefferson Memorial

Situated on the Tidal Basin among the Japanese flowering cherry trees, the Jefferson Memorial is the perfect place to experience peak bloom.

Second Division Memorial

The Second Division Memorial is dedicated to those members of the Second Infantry Division of the US army who have died while in service. Originally dedicated in 1936 by President Franklin Roosevelt, the memorial honored service in World War I. The flaming sword at the memorial's center represents the defense of Paris from German forces during that conflict. In 1962, two wings were added to the memorial to represent service in World War II and the Korean War.

Lincoln Memorial

In Honor to the 16th President , one of the most remembered presidents, as he has abolished slavery. Walk inside Lincoln's memorial and experience breathtaking views from the top.

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

The Vietnam Veterans Memorial pays tribute to members of the U.S. Armed Forces who fought in the Vietnam War.

The National Archives Museum

Encounter the original founding documents of the United States in the Rotunda for the Charters of Freedom, the permanent home of the Declaration of Independence, Constitution of the United States, and Bill of Rights. These three documents, known collectively as the Charters of Freedom, are instrumental to the founding and philosophy of the United States.

Arlington National Cemetery

The Arlington National Cemetery is the country’s largest military cemetery and serves as the final resting place for more than 400,000 military veterans and their immediate family from the fronts of Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as World Wars I and II, the Korean conflict, Vietnam, the Cold War and America’s Civil War. Going to Kennedy's Grave is included in this tour, however, if you would like to see the Changing of the Guard we would be more than happy to accommodate your request. Please contact us directly and we can work on a plan to manage time effectively during the day in order to allow time needed at Arlington Cemetery- visiting the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Going to Kennedy's Grave is included in this tour for Arlington Cemetery, however, if you would like to see the Changing of the Guard we would be more than happy to accommodate your request. Please contact us directly and we can work on a plan to manage time effectively during the day in order to allow time needed at Arlington Cemetery- visiting the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial

The United States Marine Corps War Memorial represents this nation's gratitude to Marines and those who have fought beside them. While the statue depicts one of the most famous incidents of World War II, the memorial is dedicated to all Marines who have given their lives in defense of the United States since 1775.

Korean War Veterans Memorial

The Korean War Veterans Memorial is located near the Lincoln Memorial on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. It was dedicated on July 27, 1995.

Air Force Memorial

The United States Air Force Memorial honors the service of the personnel of the United States Air Force and its heritage organizations.

Pentagon Memorial

You will have the chance to see the site where the third air plane crashed back in September 2001. The Pentagon (The Department of Defense) is the largest low rise office building in the world!)

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (384)

Lawrence_O

Nov 2022

We had a very memorable experience with Mark at the wheel providing all the comforts of travel around the Washington DC area. Mark was very kind and knowledgeable providing us a nice balance of narrative and company during our tour. The most memorable moment of our tour was undoubtably the tomb of the unknown soldier in Arlington national cemetery. We visited all of the war memorials and memorials of our great leaders including Lincoln Jefferson, Martin Luther King. We highly recommend this DC tour service to anyone seeking private, comfortable and informative entertainment

MaryHemard

Nov 2022

We have taken a night time monument trip before and it was much better. Our previous tour guide showed us much more regarding the monuments.

Shana_S

Nov 2022

Tom was excellent. Very informative, timely and courteous. We had an absolute blast and it is the only way to see the sites without the stress! We really enjoyed ourselves and would highly recommend it.